Tuesday, November 27, 2007

How To Ensure That Your Working Environment Is Comfortable

Being stuck in your office cubicle for a huge amount of time every day doesn't really mean that you have to experience discomfort, stand prone to risk or suffer from injuries. You can create an ergonomic working environment quite easily and avoid any work related injuries or discomfiture.

If youre trying to create that proper working environment, you should take note of these three issues:

The Chair.

Because you sit on a chair while you work, it is easily the most important part of your office environment. You should always make sure that you use a chair that has supports for your back and allows you to adjust it to meet your height and weight requirements. If it has stability balls then it also makes a perfect option for those looking for a chair with complete flexibility and maneuverability options.

The Lighting.

Unnnecessary eyestrain can result in office-related stress symptoms. The area that you work in should be properly lit and your computer screen should be glare-free. If you have to place a separate light in your cubicle then you can take time out and do that as well.

The Posture.

Your sitting position can have a direct relation with the way that you feel when each day ends. You should always endeavor to sit up and with your elbows and knees bent at an angle of 90 degrees. Your feet in turn should always rest flatly on the floor and if they happen to be bent at more than 90 degrees, your desk height will need adjusting. If your desk height is too high then you may have to consider making use of a footrest to get the proper posture you need.

People who arent really bothered by any risks of workplace injury can still make their days a whole lot more comfortable by doing the right thing and placing designs that are ergonomic in their office spaces. You can try any of the following to succeed in having a day that is not stressful and uncomfortable.

The Proper Computer Monitor.

Flickering or glaring computer screens are an annoying piece of equipment to get stuck with for an entire day. You can reduce the amount of eyestrain that you suffer from by using a substantially larger monitor that is at least 17 inches in height and has a glare filter as well as a flicker-less screen.

You can also go the extra mile and get a good copy holder to better see any reference materials that you use whenever youre working on the computer. These devices also help you maintain a better body posture when youre typing.

Ergonomic Keyboards.

You should make sure that any keyboards that you use are ergonomic so you can avoid any sort of neck or back related pain. This also includes any problems that may be related to your hands as well as your wrists, joints and fingers as well.

Telephone Stands

You can make use of a simple phone stand that clears your desk and remains in an accessible position as well. Stands of this type usually consist of any arm that is collapsible and yet can be pulled closer to the individual in question. They also have a pan tilt which gives you the ability to reach your handset and see your keypad without straining your neck.

Darren Williger writes for InsidePlanning.com, ErgoWebsite.com, and ParentingProcedures.com.

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